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Raymond Arrieta
Puerto Rican entertainer and philanthropist / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Ramón Emilio "Raymond" Arrieta Vázquez[note 1] (born March 26, 1965), is a Puerto Rican actor, comedian, host and philanthropist. Starting his career as a comedian in various local shows, Arrieta gained popularity in the 1990s when he hosted a string of successful comedy shows where he showcased his various characters and personifications. Since 2007, Arrieta has been hosting the mid-day variety show Día a Día, along with Dagmar. Arrieta is also a radio show host and a theater actor.
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![]() Arrieta at the 2015 Phi Sigma Alpha Convention | |
Born | Ramón Emilio Arrieta Vázquez (1965-03-26) March 26, 1965 (age 59) |
Nationality | Puerto Rican |
Occupation(s) | Actor, comedian, musician and host |
Arrieta has gained prominence for his philanthropic endeavors. After his friend and co-host, Dagmar, was diagnosed with cancer in 2008, Arrieta has performed a yearly charity walk around various parts of the island while also raising awareness. Because of his commitment to the cause, Arrieta has received numerous recognitions, including from the Senate of Puerto Rico.[1][2]